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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1908
Page
8
A municipal notice outlines rules for maintaining and placing telegraph and electric poles within city limits. The ordinance aims to regulate spacing, safety, and service access while ensuring orderly infrastructure.
In Boston on June 2, during the thirtieth biennial convention of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, delegates debated allied civic and municipal welfare measures and efforts to advance the pure food movement.
A stream of social notes lists Mirges Florence J Lottié Jr Le Dignawity and Ass Lockie Reed off to Del Mio for a fair and roping contest. George H Woolman arrives from Lake Charles to visit cousin Jay B Adams in Beacon Hill. Jay B Adams and son Carleton Adams of New York visit Mr Adame near Moore station. J B Webb heads to his Utopia ranch in Uvalde county to join family. A Mangum of Uvalde and E R Benson of Uvalde at the Angelus. Mrs W P Skilimin and children with Miss Clea and Bernice Sheppard of Sulphur Springs at the Menger. Mr and Mrs W C Cooper of Dallas at the Menger. Mrs John Hennessey of 319 Leigs street to visit relatives in Laredo. H S Vom, Floresville stockman, at the Bexar. Mr and Mrs L Brunt of Laredo at the Bexar.
Society editors report a reception at 107 West Craig Place honoring Mrs Joe Wright of Los Angeles and other guests with elegant decor in pink, green, and white crepe myrtle, from 6:30 to 8:00. A separate nuptial bridge for Miss Clara Wynne honored by Miss Emily Waelder featured prizes and a floral setup.
A period advertisement extols Grape-Nuts as a superior germicide through strong blood, claiming tuberculosis can yield to good blood. A Philo reader shares relief after persistent illness, noting weight gain and restored vitality after using Grape-Nuts and cream, praising the product and the slogan “There’s a Reason.”
Nelson Johnson and Laurel Heights group attend a reception after a quiet wedding at 0:20 to inquire about Max McAllister and Mike Burt, with many family ties noted. Harold Greenwood and Blossom Reynolds wed at St Luke's Episcopal Church with formal ceremony and reception at 620 West Macon Street, Denver and Mexico tours planned for newlyweds. Mrs J H Ory and Florence Greenwoodood honored. Captain Henry M Dickmann due from Manila. Ladies Aid Society meets at T H Milburn's residence. Miss Patch Varkin visiting. Jewish Literary Club meets. musical program and refreshments planned.
Mrs J De Bell and Leonora By have returned from travel abroad. Mrs W C Kultever plans a summer in Corpus Christi with her children. C Lott and Miss Ferol Lott went to Austin to visit sister Mrs M T Newton. Letters describe Atlantic voyage joy and a London visit. Mrs J P Leverardy and daughters Laula and Erina go to Corpus Christi for summer. Mrs George Rogers and May Rogers depart by train. Mrs Rogers heads to Denver and the West while Miss Rogers goes to Chicago.
A humorous verse about a San Antonio lad who mistreats friends and cannot see well. The tale notes he now sits with H. C. Rees at the Saratoga restaurant on Houston Street and comments on brains listed among the menu, praising simple wisdom over spending more for meals.
Dainty candy sticks in variegated colors pair with two ribbon strands for festive table décor. Delicious baked cucumbers use thick filling with bacon, while sun preserved strawberries require sugar, heat, and sun drying to achieve a glossy finish and rich flavor.
A dense price list for fruits vegetables and miscellaneous goods including cantaloupes peaches apples oranges lemons grapes and melons, with per unit and per dozen pricing and notes on quantities. Also lists poultry prices and a brief medical ad note touting Ballard’s Snow Liniment for rheumatic pain.
Nay Gavin Conn June 25. Mr Tal prepared for a busy day speaking and spent the morning at W. W. Fannin’s home as a guest in the city. He then went to Edwards House to join the Clags of ’79 before a ride to New London to witness the boat races and enjoy company before departure.
Orin Many gentleman praise a cosmetic jelly after shaving. Readily available premade or home made from gum tragacanth soak 30 grains in seven ounces water for three days then strain and mix glycerrin algonhal and bars. Jelly dries clear and non sticky. Also tips on affordable fashion and eyebrow growth with vaseline and acid.
An old advertisement touts a hair restoring product offered by New York Parlors promising prematurity gray coverage without coloring or drugs. The copy mentions a free trial with each bottle and notes a price bid line reading Mogre Bids, though details are unclear.
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